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Israeli protesters demand hostage deal as Netanyahu visits U.S.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will be in Washington, D.C., this week for a multi-day visit. The trip comes amid Israeli protests calling for Netanyahu to secure a hostage deal. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta has more from East Jerusalem.
Adopt a Pet in Alexandria: Meet Bigwig and Clover
ALEXANDRIA, VA-Bigwig (white) and Clover (black) are bonded female shorthaired rabbit sisters who are looking for a home where they can stay together. They are both five months old. This pair loves to zoom around their playroom, chasing each other. They both are incredibly smart and love to best treat puzzles. In their foster home, they were even learning some bunny tricks. The two love to be around each other and will often snuggle with and groom each other. It’s quite cute. They both enjoy getting pets here and there. If you’re searching for companions that are sure to provide hours of entertainment and affection, Bigwig and Clover might be your bunnies!
St. Mary’s County Caregivers’ Support Group Meetings Begin July 23
LEONARDTOWN, Md. – The St. Mary’s County Government’s Department of Aging & Human Services (DAHS) is pleased to welcome caregivers in our community to the St. Mary’s County Caregivers’ Support Group. The St. Mary’s County Caregivers’ Support Group is designed to be a safe space...
Washington Legend Darrell Green Jersey Retirement Game Revealed
Darrell Green will be honored by the franchise this season. The Washington Commanders have a rich history. They have won multiple Super Bowls and much of the success is attributed to the great players that have passed through the franchise over the years. Throughout history, elite players have had their...
Lost Capitol Hill: The Legend of Mistletoe Bough
Over the last few columns, we have looked at a most entertaining article about ghosts in the Capitol, published February 5, 1899 in the Washington Times. While most of the stories refer to famous statesmen who continue to haunt the Capitol even long after their death, one story stands out as featuring not a politician, but a young bride:
The 15th Annual Alexandria Summer Sidewalk Sale Returns
ALEXANDRIA, VA-One of the longest-running seasonal summer shopping events—Alexandria Summer Sidewalk Sale—returns to the D.C. region’s “Shop Small” destination on Saturday, August 10, 2024, throughout Old Town and beyond. The event features more than 60 Alexandria boutiques stepping out of their storefronts and offering deeply discounted summer merchandise across women’s fashion, consignment, fair-trade goods, artwork, plants, home décor and more.
Theatre Review: ‘Legally Blonde: The Musical’ at City of Fairfax Theatre Company
Elle Woods takes center stage in the City of Fairfax Theatre Company’s summer production. Based on the 2001 novel and movie of the same name, “Legally Blonde: The Musical” follows our favorite sorority girl as she makes her mark at Harvard Law School, all in pursuit of her ex-boyfriend, Warner Huntington III (Patrick Kearney). When arriving at Harvard, Elle quickly learns Warner is engaged to a fellow student, Vivian (Rose Hutchison). To prove that she is serious about Warner and law school, Elle enlists teacher aid, Emmett (Daniel DeVera), to help her in school and eventually defend the exercise queen, Brooke Wyndham (Olivia Clavel-Davis). With an fun score by Laurence O’Keefe and Nell Benjamin, you’ll leave bending and snapping all the way home.
Around Mason: Week of July 23, 2024
Have something to share? Review announcement guidelines and submit an announcement from your unit through the online form. New Procedures for Trash Collection and Cleaning in Campus Offices. George Mason University is implementing new procedures for trash collection and cleaning in campus offices. These changes support the university's efforts to...
MM 7.23: Maryland football picked to finish 11th in Big Ten preseason media poll
Maryland football was picked to finish 11th of the 18 Big Ten teams in an unofficial preseason media poll conducted by Kings of the North, a YouTube show and podcast, Monday. Ohio State led all teams in the poll, with Oregon, Penn State and Michigan following in suit. Also ranked to finish above Maryland were Iowa, USC, Wisconsin, Nebraska, Rutgers and Washington.
Women's Track Adds Two New Transfers in Preparation for 2025 Season
WASHINGTON- The George Washington women's track and field program, in conjunction with Head Coach Terry Weir, are proud to announce the addition of two transfer student-athletes for the spring 2025 season. Both Madison Hardamon and Dami Oyatayo will compete in the Buff and Blue starting this spring season. Head Coach...
Georgetown’s Iconic Bank Dome to Be Restored
It is one of the most photographed and recognized sites of Georgetown: the iconic golden dome that caps off the PNC Bank at the busy intersection of M Street and Wisconsin Avenue NW. The bank building is more that a century old and was famously occupied by Riggs Banks for...
Kamala Harris will miss Netanyahu’s address to Congress. Here’s why.
Vice President Kamala Harris will meet with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu when he visits Washington this week. But Harris will miss Netanyahu’s address to Congress on Wednesday, her office confirmed, the first time she has missed a foreign leader’s address at the Capitol since she became vice president. Harris, who as vice president is...
5 Commanders players who could get demoted during 2024 training camp
After a long, dramatic offseason, football is back. The Washington Commanders are together for the start of training camp. This is the most important phase of their preparations in the team's quest to make drastic improvements during the first campaign under Dan Quinn and his exceptional coaching staff. The Commanders...
Metropolitan Police Seek Public's Assistance to Capture Suspect in Northwest Washington Burglary Spree
The Metropolitan Police Department is currently soliciting help from the public to track down a suspect linked to a series of burglaries in Northwest Washington. These incidents involved forceful entries and theft at three distinct locations. According to information released by the MPD, the first break-in occurred in the early hours of July 1 in the 2300 block of 18th Street, with the case number 24100612.
The Atlantis Launches with Foo Fighters, Parliament-Funkadelic, Maggie Rogers, and Others Powered by d&b audiotechnik A-Series Augmented Array
Washington, D.C. (22 July 2024) – The Atlantis, the newest addition to I.M.P.’s iconic D.C. venue portfolio, opened May 30, 2023 to mark the 44th anniversary of the concert promoter and their original legendary venue, the 9:30 Club. The promoter’s quest to replicate as many details as possible from the original venue, while still providing the powerful and impeccable sound their modern venues are renowned for posed significant challenges for the sound system installation. Through the expertise of Clair Global’s Eighth Day Sound, I.M.P. found a unique solution in d&b audiotechnik A-Series Augmented Array and SL-Series Subwoofers. This allowed the venue to launch with a star-studded celebration of 44 intimate performances featuring high-profile acts such as the Foo Fighters, Parliament-Funkadelic, Maggie Rogers, and members of Wilco and Death Cab for Cutie, among others.
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